After The Martian, I had seriously high expectations for Artemis. Weir did not disappoint.
I could not put this down!
Jasmine is a lower-class citizen on the moon colony Artemis. Working as a porter in the delivery system, she has a substantial side business in smuggling. When a lucrative, but dangerous, side job comes up, she jumps on it, hoping to pay off a long-standing debt and get out of the slums. I don't want to spoil too much here because this is a total thriller!
What is really amazing about Weir's writing is that if you didn't know moon colonization hasn't happened yet, you'd believe this story was possible. You really feel immersed in a landscape humans haven't been to in a very long time.
Find this on next week's NEW BOOKS display.
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Thursday, August 30, 2018
Wednesday, August 29, 2018
The Burning Girl by Claire Messud
Eh.
I really wanted to stop reading this multiple times. There is a long story about two friends from pre-school growing apart as they reach high school. Pretty typical back story. I kept waiting for something to happen. One best friend ends up in Honors classes (two loving parents/happily married), the other a promiscuous/drinking/remedial class delinquent (single Mom, new boyfriend/stepfather of a different religion).
There was really nothing new, different, or exciting here. I'm kinda sad I even bought it.
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There was really nothing new, different, or exciting here. I'm kinda sad I even bought it.
Follow me on Twitter @RamblingsLMS
All opinions expressed on this blog are solely those of Mrs. W.
Sunday, August 26, 2018
Welcome Back!
It's the last day of summer vacation for my students (teachers started Thursday). So, it's time for a little welcome back post info. I took a break from reviewing due to Band rehearsals and some personal reflection time, so I apologize for being MIA for a while.
First, the end of last year was very sad. Mrs. Lynch retired and Mrs. Treacey was, well, I'm not sure what to call it. Her position was eliminated, but she wasn't really laid off...if that makes any sense. On the new WHHS Library site, I called her "retired", but that's not really true either. She was an invaluable part of our family, and I don't know what else I can say except I will miss her, you will miss her, and it just plain stinks that she will not be the face greeting you every day.
Second, we will be changing up who you see and when. Mr. Vieira from the Social Studies Department will be in the Library period 3 3 days a week, Mrs. Mattson from the English Department will be joining us period 4 3 days a week, and Ms. Palmer from the Social Studies Department will be with us period 8 3 days a week. You won't see me period 8 because I will be in the Band room with our Color Guard. Mrs. Taylor will of course be with us, and hopefully through the entire school year, even if I have to duct tape her to the chair. Mr. Winters is returning to the Library as his home base, and you'll likely find him in the newly named Marilyn Lynch Computer Lab. Also, Mrs. Tremblay will be stopping by to help us out when she can.
Another change is how you will sign in this year--electronically. A laptop on Mrs. Treacey's former desk will now be where you sign in. It's easy, no worries. It'll go faster as everyone gets used to it.
I know there is a lot changing, and it terrifies me! So, let's get through it together. I can't wait to see you all!
All opinions expressed on this blog are solely those of Mrs. W.
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First, the end of last year was very sad. Mrs. Lynch retired and Mrs. Treacey was, well, I'm not sure what to call it. Her position was eliminated, but she wasn't really laid off...if that makes any sense. On the new WHHS Library site, I called her "retired", but that's not really true either. She was an invaluable part of our family, and I don't know what else I can say except I will miss her, you will miss her, and it just plain stinks that she will not be the face greeting you every day.
Second, we will be changing up who you see and when. Mr. Vieira from the Social Studies Department will be in the Library period 3 3 days a week, Mrs. Mattson from the English Department will be joining us period 4 3 days a week, and Ms. Palmer from the Social Studies Department will be with us period 8 3 days a week. You won't see me period 8 because I will be in the Band room with our Color Guard. Mrs. Taylor will of course be with us, and hopefully through the entire school year, even if I have to duct tape her to the chair. Mr. Winters is returning to the Library as his home base, and you'll likely find him in the newly named Marilyn Lynch Computer Lab. Also, Mrs. Tremblay will be stopping by to help us out when she can.
Another change is how you will sign in this year--electronically. A laptop on Mrs. Treacey's former desk will now be where you sign in. It's easy, no worries. It'll go faster as everyone gets used to it.
I know there is a lot changing, and it terrifies me! So, let's get through it together. I can't wait to see you all!
All opinions expressed on this blog are solely those of Mrs. W.
Follow me on Twitter @RamblingsLMS!
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